Cape Town: Langa Township Guided Walking Tour with Wine

Explore Cape Town's oldest township on a guided walking tour. Learn about South Africa's history, taste wines crafted by Black winemakers, and purchase local food pairings from neighborhood vendors.
Step off the conventional tourist tracks and immerse yourself in the vibrant heart of Cape Town’s oldest township through a blend of history, architecture, and viticulture. This 3.5-hour curated walking experience uses the changing physical landscapes of Langa to tell the powerful story of South Africa’s socio-political journey, paired step-by-step with exceptional wines crafted by pioneering Black winemakers.

Begin your journey at the Guga S’thebe Arts & Culture Centre, where you will meet your local resident guide and mobile sommelier. From here, head to your first stop: the historic 1920s Migrant Labour Hostels. Against the backdrop of these austere, apartheid-era brick barracks, pour your first glass—a vibrant Chenin Blanc blend by Ses'fikile, a brand whose name triumphantly translates to "we have arrived."

As you continue your walk, the architecture shifts. Enter the resilient informal settlements to witness how communities creatively reclaim urban spaces. Here, taste a crisp Sauvignon Blanc from M’hudi, South Africa’s very first Black-owned family wine farm, matching the raw grit and determination of the area.

Next, walk through the mid-century multi-generational Council Flats, where a bold Seven Sisters red blend honors the matriarchs who turned sterile government blocks into loving homes. As the tour moves into the democratic era, explore post-apartheid RDP housing sectors—symbols of modern land ownership and human rights. Celebrate this milestone with a glass of premium 'Nomarussia' Méthode Cap Classique (sparkling wine) from the historic Klein Goederust estate.

Conclude your experience in Langa's affluent modern suburbia, affectionately known by locals as "Beverly Hills." In this thriving neighborhood, enjoy an ultra-premium Bordeaux-style red blend by Aslina, founded by South Africa's iconic first Black female winemaker. At each stop along the route, have the unique opportunity to purchase freshly prepared, hyper-local culinary pairings—such as amagwinya, walkie-talkies, and flame-grilled shisa nyama—directly from neighborhood vendors, ensuring your visit directly empowers the local community.

لضمان التوفر، احجز في أقرب وقت ممكن. الحجز المبكر يستحق النظر خاصة إذا كنت تخطط للرحلة خلال موسم الذروة مثل العطلات العامة أو عطلات نهاية الأسبوع.

يمكنك إلغاء هذه الرحلة بدون تكلفة حتى 24 ساعات قبل بدء الرحلة. إذا قمت بالإلغاء بعد 24 ساعات أو لم تحضر في الرحلة، فسيتم تحصيل السعر الكامل للنشاط. التأخر في الاستلام أو المغادرة سيعتبر كعدم حضور.